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Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator CinemavsPinion Pure Steel

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Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema
HamiltonJazzmaster Regulator Cinema
MSRP $1,475
Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715
What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

The Hamilton Jazzmaster is widely praised for its value and refined design, with specific models highlighted for sophisticated skeletonization and minimalist aesthetics. Owners appreciate elegant dial work, such as the "spiky H" logo on the Skeleton or the open-heart design on other variants, and the slim profile of the Thinline Automatic is frequently noted. The Calibre H-10-S movement is recognized for its substantial 80-hour power reserve. However, opinions vary on the practicality of open-heart designs, with some finding them gimmicky or impacting legibility, particularly as wearers age. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from 2-3 seconds fast per day to less precise performance, and repair costs can be a consideration. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Hamilton Jazzmaster for its attractive design and accessible price point, with specific models offering unique aesthetic appeals.

Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema42mm
Pure Steel38mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema40h
Pure Steel45h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema50m
Pure Steel100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema$1,475
Pure Steel$1,715

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12.83mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-12
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,475
$1,715
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